Barcelona celebrated January 1st with sunshine while fulfilling traditions. The New Year’s bath is a beloved tradition that takes place every January 1st.
For many, this means braving ice-cold waters to mark the start of the year. But in Spain, particularly in Barcelona, the experience is far more pleasant. While much of the Northern Hemisphere faces freezing temperatures, people are enjoying sunshine, music, and the inviting waves of the Mediterranean Sea.
Barcelona’s beaches, especially Barceloneta Beach, are famous for their golden sands and lively atmosphere. On New Year’s Day, this already vibrant location becomes even more exciting. With temperatures reaching a mild 13°C, the usual association of New Year's with snow and chill gives way to a festive scene filled with sun, sea, and celebration.
Locals and tourists alike are running into the water, dancing to music, and donning Christmas hats and glasses as they embrace the spirit of 2025. The beach buzzes with energy as people make the most of the holiday in one of the world’s most iconic seaside cities.
The celebrations lasted for several hours as onlookers, swimmers, and revelers continued to enjoy the first day of the year.
Madrid's streets were filled with excitement as the Three Kings Parade returned, drawing thousands of spectators. The event marked the end of the Christmas season, with families and children celebrating the magic of the night.
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The Golden Globe awards on January 5 celebrated major wins for historical drama Shogun and UK-based series Baby Reindeer. The night also honored The Brutalist, Emilia Perez, and notable performances from Colin Farrell and Jessica Gunning.
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Nvidia unveils AI breakthroughs at CES 2025, introducing Cosmos models for training robots and cars, advanced gaming chips, and new automotive tech with Toyota, targeting $5B revenue by 2026.
Biden blocks Nippon Steel's $14.9B U.S. Steel bid, sparking tensions during Blinken's Japan visit amid efforts to strengthen alliances against China.
France has reported its first case of the new mpox clade 1b variant, linked to a global health emergency declared by the WHO, with health authorities investigating the source and tracing contacts in the Brittany region.
U.S. reports first human death from H5N1 bird flu in Louisiana. Experts urge caution for those in contact with birds as the virus spreads among poultry and wildlife.
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet's Himalayan foothills, killing at least 53 and shaking Nepal, Bhutan, and India. Tremors reached as far as Kathmandu and Thimphu.
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